Jack Miller

You can control weeds in a pumpkin patch by combining prevention, early removal, and smart mulching before those vines take over.   Weeds compete with pumpkins for water, sunlight, and nutrients, and if you let them go, your harvest can suffer big time.   The good news is that controlling weeds in a pumpkin patch … Read more

You can cook a blue pumpkin just like any other winter squash, and the process is easier than you might think.   If you’ve ever picked up one of these striking blue-skinned pumpkins at the farmers market and wondered how to cook a blue pumpkin, you’re in the right place.   Blue pumpkins, also known … Read more

You can clean pumpkin seeds before roasting by rinsing them thoroughly in a bowl of water and removing all the stringy pulp.   It sounds simple, but there’s a right way to do it so your seeds come out perfectly seasoned and crunchy every time.   If you’ve ever wondered how to clean pumpkin seeds … Read more

You can compost a pumpkin by treating it like any other soft, nitrogen-rich garden waste, provided you break it down first so it doesn’t just sit there in one slimy lump.  If you’ve been wondering how to compost a pumpkin after Halloween or once your fall decor starts to rot, the good news is that … Read more

Cleaning and roasting fresh pumpkin seeds is one of the easiest and most rewarding kitchen projects you can tackle after carving a pumpkin.   If you’ve ever wondered how to clean and roast fresh pumpkin seeds, the process is simpler than you think.   All you need is a pumpkin, some water, a little oil, … Read more